Independence Cup marks the return of international cricket to Pakistan.

The final match of the tournament is being played between Pakistan and World XI at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. 

Today?s finale has all the makings of a memorable clash, as the galaxy of top-notch cricketers from seven different countries and Champions Trophy winners Pakistan lock horns in the race to the glittering trophy.

Here are some of the highlights from the match. 

Pakistani spectators cheer at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on September 15, 2017 before the start of the third and final Twenty20 International match between the World XI and Pakistan. Photo: AFP

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Pakistani spectators cheer at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on September 15, 2017 before the start of the third and final Twenty20 International match between the World XI and Pakistan. Photo: AFP

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Pakistani spectators display a huge national flag at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on September 15, 2017 before the start of the third and final Twenty20 International match between the World XI and Pakistan.  Photo: AFP 

Pakistani spectators hold placards at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on September 15, 2017 before the start of the third and final Twenty20 International match between the World XI and Pakistan. Photo: AFP

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Pakistani policemen patrol on horses around the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on September 15, 2017 before the start of the third and final Twenty20 International match between the World XI and Pakistan. Photo: AFP 

 

A view of a long queue of cricket lover entering Stadium before starts final T20 Independence Cup between Pakistan and World XI squad at Gaddafi Stadium.  Photo:INP